LG Electronics and Canon earn recognition in EISA Awards

Canon & LG Electronics’ (LG) innovations in AI technology and design is honored to have been awarded prestigious accolades from the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA).

What is the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA)?

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EISA is the unique association of 53 special interest magazines from 25 countries. Internationally known for the European EISA Awards, EISA started in 1982. Internationally known for the European EISA awards, it represents the largest editorial collaboration in the world for consumer electronics. EISA has been celebrating the very best products in the industry for over 35 years.

In 2013 EISA did make some changes on its internal organization so that our structure could reflect better the changes that have happened in the market along the last years and we have decided to replace the previous arrangement of members distributed by several panels to members belonging to Expert Groups. The new Expert Groups define better the expertise of the EISA members and make it more flexible for members to participate in discussions having to do directly with the field of expertise they represent. The result will be stronger, better, and more relevant EISA Awards, and easier to implement combined awards that join together opinions from different Expert Groups.

LG win 4 EISA Awards

LG OLED TV AI ThinQ (model OLED65E8) – EISA PREMIUM OLED TV 2018-2019

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The LG OLED TV AI ThinQ (model OLED65E8) was named the EISA PREMIUM OLED TV 2018-2019. The TV was praised for its picture quality powered by the α (Alpha) 9 processor, which provides true-to-life images with incredibly rich colors, sharpness, and depth for more realism and its class-leading artificial intelligence functionality. The EISA jury also praised the Dolby Atmos™ performance and its front firing speakers which produce the most immersive audio-visual experience possible. The picture-on-glass design was also cited for perfectly blending into any environment.

The LG SUPER UHD TV AI ThinQ (model 65SK9500) was recognized as the EISA ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TV 2018-2019 for producing the ultimate LCD TV picture through the combination of technologies including Nano Cell, Full-Array Local Dimming (FALD) and the α (Alpha) 7 processor, as well as LG’s AI ThinQ platform and Google Assistant built in.

EISA also named LG’s premium AI speaker, the LG XBOOM AI ThinQ (model WK7), as its EISA ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LOUDSPEAKER 2018-2019 thanks to extraordinary sound quality combined with intelligence. The technical collaboration with Meridian, the British pioneer of high-resolution audio, enables LG XBOOM AI ThinQ’s full audio performance to be unleashed for high-fidelity sound, precise vocal definition, and accurate bass. The LG XBOOM AI ThinQ’s High-Resolution Audio is compatible with high-quality lossless files, allowing it to faithfully recreate sounds originally recorded in the studio.

LG Model SK10Y – EISA SOUNDBAR 2018-2019 award

LG Model SK10Y

The winner of the EISA SOUNDBAR 2018-2019 award, model LG SK10Y, is an immersive soundbar with 550W of power output and 5.1.2 channel support by harnessing the power of Dolby Atmos® to produce an immersive sound from all directions, including the ceiling. With Meridian technology, LG SK10Y boasts a high level of performance to envelop listeners in rich, uncompromising sound and delivers extra clarity to speech and music.

“LG is proud to be recognized by such renowned industry experts for its commitment to innovation in AI technologies,” said Brian Kwon, president of LG Home Entertainment Company. “LG has been and continues to be a key global player in AI, offering customers a new level of intelligence at home, aligned with our mission to make their lives more convenient through the implementation of forward-thinking technology.”

Canon Wins 4 EISA Awards

Canon EOS 6D Mark II – EISA DSLR Camera 2018-2019

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The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is a compact but powerful DSLR for the enthusiast photographer. The 26.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and DIGIC 7 image processor work together to provide excellent image quality, even in low-light scenarios.

Canon EOS M50 – EISA Best Buy camera 2018-2019

EOS M50 BK EF-M15-45

This small, light and affordable mirrorless camera deliver the same image quality as its larger siblings. Thanks to the 24.1-megapixel APS-C sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor, it can capture both high-quality still images and 4K video.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM – EISA DSLR Prime Lens 2018-2019

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

This unique lens combines built-in image stabilization with a very large aperture. This combination makes it possible to take handheld pictures in very low-light situations. The lens is built for professional work, with weather sealing and fast and accurate autofocus.

Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI – EISA photo innovation 2018-2019

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This Speedlite flashgun makes the life of the photographer much easier by taking the guesswork out of bounced flash. The 470EX-AI automatically fires a series of pre-flashes to determine how light can be bounced from a ceiling or wall and rotates the flash head into the correct position to provide soft and flattering light.

Binoj Nair, Senior Manager – B2C Marketing & Direct Sales, Canon Middle East said, “We are honored to receive this recognition which highlights Canon’s ongoing commitment to enabling our consumers to tell their stories in a seamless way. For 80 years, Canon has been at the forefront of new imaging technologies and today our products are fully integrated to bring visual stories to life right from shooting the image to sharing and printing with ease. We look forward to continuing our efforts to inspire storytelling and photographic expression with the best in design, performance, and quality.”